France: More than 600,000 people protest as cost-of-living anger grows

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More than 600,000 people protested across France over the rising cost of living and called on the government to act. Most demonstrations were peaceful, though some incidents of escalation were reported, including in Paris.

More than 600,000 people hit the streets in France to call for government action on the high cost of living. Protests were largely peaceful, but there were some reports of escalation, including in Paris.